$699,999
OPEN HOUSE 6/08 $10K PRICE DROP

8745 Hightower Ridge Ball Ground, GA 30107

Estimated payment $4,346/month

Total Views 1,275
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,958 Sq Ft
$141 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Poole's Mill Elementary School Rated A
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

Welcome to this stunning home with primary suite on main floor in the highly desirable River Rock subdivision in Ball Ground, GA, located in the sought-after Forsyth County School District. Built in 2020 on a .29-acre lot, this home blends modern elegance with functional design. A charming covered front porch leads into a grand two-story foyer, flanked by a formal dining room with coffered ceilings on the right and the spacious primary suite on the left. The primary suite features a luxurious en-suite bath with double vanities, a separate tub, and a walk-in shower.The heart of the home is the gourmet eat-in kitchen, equipped with a large island, double ovens, a gas cooktop, and an attached keeping room with a cozy fireplace. The kitchen and keeping room overlook the open-concept family room, ideal for entertaining or everyday comfort.Upstairs, you’ll find three additional bedrooms—one with a private en-suite bath and two that share a bathroom. A large bonus room with double doors provides excellent flex space for a media room, office, or playroom.The home also features a full, unfinished daylight basement with high ceilings, exterior entry, and is stubbed for a bathroom, offering endless possibilities for future expansion. Step outside to enjoy the impressive two-tiered backyard: the upper level features lush lawn space, while the lower cleared tier includes a fire pit and natural area perfect for outdoor relaxation.River Rock is a vibrant community offering excellent amenities and convenient access to top-rated schools, shopping, and dining. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity!

Listing Agent

Mark Spain

Mark Spain Real Estate License #178501 Listed on: 05/22/2025

Mark Spain Real Estate

Co-Listing Agent

Thomas Martin

Mark Spain Real Estate License #418637

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,375

Year Built

  • Built in 2020

Lot Details

  • 0.39 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 61x160x153x151
  • Property fronts a county road
  • Landscaped
  • Cleared Lot
  • Back and Front Yard

HOA Fees

  • $100 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway Level

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Ceiling height of 10 feet on the main level
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Two Story Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Keeping Room with Fireplace
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Vaulted Bathroom Ceilings
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Stubbed For A Bathroom
  • Natural lighting in basement

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Front Porch

Location

  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Poole's Mill Elementary School
  • Liberty - Forsyth Middle School
  • North Forsyth High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • 220 Volts
  • 110 Volts
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 026 124

Community Details

Overview

  • Montage Realty Group Association, Phone Number (470) 545-4781
  • Secondary HOA Phone (470) 545-4781
  • River Rock Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,375

Year Built

Built in 2020

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$100 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Standard Status: Active
  • Property Type: Residential
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Year Built: 2020
  • Levels Stories: Two
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3043.00
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1915.00
  • Special Features: None

Property Details

  • Property: Residential Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Glass Doors, Keeping Room
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer 2 Story, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Basement: Bath/Stubbed, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Full, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Keeping Room, Kitchen Island, Pantry Walk-In, Stone Counters, View to Family Room
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Additional Rooms: Basement, Bonus Room
  • Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
  • Square Footage: 4958.00
  • Spa Features: None
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows

Beds/Baths

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main
  • Main Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Full Baths: 3
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Main Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceilings

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type
  • Roof Type: Composition, Shingle
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Garage/Parking

  • Carport or Garage: 3
  • Number of Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Level Driveway

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
  • Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Swim, Tennis
  • Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Pickleball, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 1200
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes
  • Hoa Contact Phone: 470-545-4781
  • Management Company Email: csm@mrgcam.com
  • Management Phone: 470-545-4781
  • Subdivision Complex: River Rock

Association/Amenities

  • Management Company: Montage Realty Group

Schools

  • Elementary School: Poole's Mill
  • Middle School: Liberty - Forsyth
  • High School: North Forsyth

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.3900
  • Deed Book: 10220
  • Deed Page: 219
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Cleared, Front Yard, Landscaped
  • Lot Dimensions: 61x160x153x151
  • Parcel Number: 026 124
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Land Lease: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No

Green Features

  • Green Energy Generation: None

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 6375.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 026-000-124
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School Bus Route Elem: Yes
  • School Bus Route High: Yes
  • School Bus Route Middle: Yes
  • Elementary School: Poole's Mill
  • High School: North Forsyth
  • Middle School: Liberty - Forsyth

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $6,375 $259,960 $48,000 $211,960
2023 $5,074 $206,124 $46,000 $160,124
2022 $5,167 $20,000 $20,000 $0
2021 $552 $20,000 $20,000 $0
2020 $552 $20,000 $20,000 $0
2019 $498 $18,000 $18,000 $0
2018 $498 $18,000 $18,000 $0
2017 $533 $19,200 $19,200 $0
2016 $222 $8,000 $8,000 $0
2015 $150 $5,400 $5,400 $0
2014 $143 $5,400 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Price Changed $699,999 -1.4% $141 / Sq Ft
05/22/2025 05/22/25 For Sale $710,000 +46.2% $143 / Sq Ft
06/11/2021 06/11/21 Sold $485,484 0.0% $160 / Sq Ft
03/04/2021 03/04/21 Pending -- -- --
02/05/2021 02/05/21 Price Changed $485,334 -1.0% $159 / Sq Ft
11/10/2020 11/10/20 For Sale $490,296 -- $161 / Sq Ft
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $485,484 --
Warranty Deed $167,100 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $335,484 New Conventional
Previous Owner $338,000 Commercial
Source: Public Records

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Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

MLS Number: 7582975

First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

APN: 026-124